Federal Fraud Crime Defense in Houston, Texas
Houston Federal Fraud Crime Attorney
In criminal law, fraud is defined as intentional deception that is committed for the purpose of personal and often financial gain or to cause damage to another person. Other uses of the term include the adjective "fraudulent" and the verb which is to "defraud" someone.
With today's computer technology, fraudulent schemes are abundantly committed here on U.S. soil and overseas. Common types of fraudulent crimes include:
- Bankruptcy fraud
- Tax fraud or tax evasion
- Insurance fraud (as the patient or the health care practitioner)
- Identity theft
- Mail fraud
- Check fraud
- Credit card fraud
- Securities fraud
- Wire fraud
- Telemarketing fraud
Fraudulent activities almost always include certain elements to the crime such as a false statement, a misrepresentation of facts, or another form of deceitful conduct.
Most of the time, fraud is committed to obtain something of value, whether it involves:
- Obtaining what would normally be uncovered medical services
- Obtaining a credit card or checks in someone else's name
- Obtaining a bankruptcy discharge when it normally wouldn't have been granted
- By avoiding paying taxes by claiming false deductions
- As a medical practitioner, obtaining payment for services that weren't actually delivered
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Tried Where It CountsLead counsel in federal, state, and military courtrooms — not a referral mill
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Two Generations, One BenchFounding partners and senior counsel try cases together — your matter never gets handed down
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Bilingual Support At Both OfficesEnglish & Spanish representation across Houston and McAllen — same standard of care
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Tried Where It CountsLead counsel in federal, state, and military courtrooms — not a referral mill
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Two Generations, One BenchFounding partners and senior counsel try cases together — your matter never gets handed down
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Inquiries Answered 24/7A real attorney returns urgent calls — not an answering service or intake form
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Bilingual Support At Both OfficesEnglish & Spanish representation across Houston and McAllen — same standard of care
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Record-Setting Outcomes
Past results do not predict future outcomes — but a real trial record is the only honest signal a prospective client has. These are ours.
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Criminal Charges Dropped $300,000 of Equipment and Funds Were Misplaced, Disposed of And/Or Taken
State of Texas v. SM
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All Charges Dismissed 7 Indictments of Sexual Molestation of Neighborhood Children
State of Texas v. B.H.
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No Criminal Charges Filed Aggravated Assault
U.S. v. LTC GW
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Case Dismissed Aggravated Assault
Texas v. ES
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Case Dismissed Aggravated Assault
State of Texas v. BJV
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Not Guilty of All Charges Aggravated Assault
U.S. v. CW2 KDY
Violations of the United States Code
Federal fraud crimes are generally charged as felony offenses; however, there are circumstances where a misdemeanor conviction may be obtained depending on the facts of the case. Felonies are distinguished from misdemeanors due to the fact that a felony has the potential to involve a prison sentence of a year or more, whereas a misdemeanor conviction can result in a maximum jail term of one year.
There are a wide range of penalties associated with a federal fraud crime conviction and the potential sentence for a federal fraud conviction can vary significantly depending on the facts surrounding the case. Other factors are the specific law violated and the defendant's criminal history.
Federal crimes are enumerated under the Code of Laws of the United States of America, otherwise abbreviated to the United States Code, or U.S.C. This is a compilation and codification of the permanent federal laws of the United States. The main edition is published every six years by the Office of the Law Revision Counsel of the House of Representatives.
The federal fraud laws can be found under the United States Code, as well as the corresponding penalties. A federal fraud crime conviction may involve incarceration in a federal prison, fines, restitution and probation. For example, under 18 USC § 1344 – Bank Fraud, when someone knowingly attempts to or executes a scheme to defraud a financial institution, they face up to $1,000,000 in fines, or imprisonment for no more than 30 years, or both.
If you are facing fraud charges, it is imperative that you contact a Houston federal fraud lawyer at (713) 364-9913 from Guy L. Womack & Associates, P.C. at once.
Don't wait for a charging document. The first 48 hours decide most cases.
If you have been contacted by federal agents, served with charges, or know they are coming — speak with an attorney before you speak with anyone else.